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Eric Ya Shen, a 54-year-old Chinese entrepreneur, is the co-founder and largest shareholder of Vipshop, an e-commerce company specializing in online apparel retail. His estimated net worth is $1.7 billion as of December 5, 2025. Shen's career includes roles as chairman of Guangzhou NEM Import and Export, showcasing his experience in consumer electronics distribution. He holds an Executive MBA from Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business, marking key achievements in his career.
Information about Eric Ya Shen's early life is limited in the search results. However, it is known that he is 54 years old as of December 2025 and a citizen of China.
Eric Ya Shen is a co-founder and the largest shareholder of Vipshop Holdings Limited, a significant player in China's e-commerce market. He also serves as the chairman of the board of directors and chief executive officer since August 2010. Before Vipshop, from 2001 to 2012, he was the chairman of Guangzhou NEM Import and Export Co., Ltd., a company involved in consumer electronics and telecommunication products.
Under Shen's leadership, Vipshop adopted a strategy focusing on mid-to-high-end fashion brands. The company pioneered limited-time purchase offers and daily discounts, which attracted many customers. Vipshop formed partnerships with well-known brands like Adidas, Nike, and Casio. By 2010, Vipshop had already partnered with over 1,000 brands and achieved a net profit of RMB 20 million.
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Co-founded and became the CEO of Vipshop, an online discount retailer, and chairman of the board.
Served as chairman of a company specializing in the distribution of consumer electronics and telecommunication products.
Graduated with an Executive MBA degree from Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business.
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